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Trump declared the US the guardian of the Strait of Hormuz and mandated a 20% global cargo fee.
Strait of Hormuz
Who
Trump, US, Iranian forces
What
Trump declared the US the guardian of the Strait of Hormuz and mandated a 20% global cargo fee.
When
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:08:22 GMT · 5h 36m ago
Where
Strait of Hormuz ·
Why
The announcement followed a two-day escalation of military strikes between US and Iranian forces that threatened regional peace talks.
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How this affects you
The US has assumed guardianship of the Strait of Hormuz, imposing a 20% fee on global cargo. This action follows recent military escalations between the US and Iran, impacting regional peace talks.
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